Prime Minister Mark Carney listens during an announcement about funding for oceans protection, in North Vancouver, B.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
By The Canadian Press
Sep 30, 2026 | 10:44 AM
EDMONTON — Prime Minister Mark Carney says it’s important to reflect on a “dark chapter” in Canada’s history and honour the children who survived residential schools and those who never made it home.
He made the comment Wednesday on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at a ceremony featuring drumming and traditional dancers at Fort Edmonton Park.
In a speech, Carney acknowledged the dignitaries gathered but focused his attention on the children.
“Today is about all the truth,” Carney said.